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Murray (undisclosed) sat out Thursday's game against the Flyers as a healthy scratch, Tom Reed of The Athletic Cleveland reports.

Impact

Coach John Tortorella stated that Murray simply needs "just (to) play better" to draw back into the lineup. It's unclear exactly when that will be, but he's no longer "nicked up," which is what supposedly held him out of Monday's tilt. The blueliner has had an unimpressive season for the Blue Jackets in 2017-18, racking up just one goal and five assists over 34 matchups. Even when he does return, Murray won't provide a ton of fantasy upside.

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Murray (undisclosed) will be sidelined versus the Flyers on Thursday, George Richards of The Columbus Dispatch reports.

Impact

Murray will miss his second straight game due to his mystery ailment. Without clarification from the team, it's unclear if this latest issue is related to the back problem that kept him out for 35 games earlier in the year. In the meantime, Markus Nutivaara will slot into the blue-line mix in Murray's stead.

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Murray is 'nicked up' and won't draw into Monday's lineup against Montreal, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic Cleveland reports.

Impact

With the the wild card chase heating up, head coach John Tortorella likely wants his regular starters at full health, and Murray will take a typical rest day. In his absence, Markus Nutivaara will suit up, and Murray will look to return Thursday against Philadelphia.

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Murray recorded two hits and a blocked shot through 20:17 of ice time during Tuesday's 2-1 win over New Jersey.

Impact

The 24-year-old defenseman missed 35 games dating back to Nov. 28 with a back injury, so it was encouraging to see him log big minutes in his return. He has just a single goal and four assists through 25 games, but his presence will be appreciated by the Blue Jackets with Markus Nutivaara currently nursing an undisclosed affliction.

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Murray will suit up and return on Tuesday against New Jersey, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic Cleveland reports.

Impact

It's been a long time coming for the 24-year-old, who has been sidelined for the last 35 games after a back injury left him stuck on injured reserve. Murray was only able to post five points (one goal, four assists) in 24 games before the malady, but has been a steady presence on Columbus' blue line since his debut four seasons ago, logging 60 or more games each year save for his injury riddled 2014-15.

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Murray (back) was recalled from his conditioning assignment with AHL Cleveland on Monday.

Impact

Murray potted a goal in his one appearance for the Monsters on Sunday, which is a pretty good indication he is ready to go. An injury to fellow blueliner Dean Kukan (upper body) likely cleared the way for Murray to make his return to NHL action for the first time since Nov. 27. At this point in the season, it's unlikely the 24-year-old has enough time to reach the 20-point mark.

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Murray (back) was activated from injured reserve reserve Saturday and sent to AHL Cleveland for a conditioning stint.

Impact

Murray last played for the Blue Jackets in late November, so it's not surprising that he's a little out of shape. The blueliner's stay likely won't last too long, with 14 days being the maximum he's allowed to be on assignment. Considering his contributions to Columbus, the club likely hopes to get Murray back sooner rather than later. Still, he doesn't produce at a rate that keeps him heavily owned in most fantasy formats.

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Murray (back) is still on injured reserve and won't play Wednesday against the Maple Leafs, Steve Gorten of The Columbus Dispatch reports.

Impact

Murray hasn't tasted game action since he logged 18:31 of ice time Nov. 27 against the Canadiens, so the Blue Jackets are going to give him plenty of time to work on his conditioning during practice before slotting him back into their lineup. At this point there's no telling when Murray's absence might come to an end, but Columbus should release an update on his status once he's given a clean bill of health and activated off IR.

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Murray (back) is traveling with the team and says that he's feeling good, George Richards of the Columbus Dispatch reports.

Impact

Murray has gotten back to practicing recently, and the fact he is going on this two-game trip is a good sign he's ready to return. That could mean the 24-year-old plans to get back to action Tuesday against the Islanders, or Wednesday versus the Maple Leafs at the latest. Murray has been out for 31 straight games at this point, so it's been awhile since Columbus has had the 2012 No. 2 overall pick in the lineup.

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Murray (back) joined his teammates for practice Thursday, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic Cleveland reports.

Impact

It's the first time Murray has been able to take part in a practice session since the injury. The team did not provide an update on when the defenseman might be eligible to return, but fantasy owners can take solace in the fact that he is at least making strides. Once given the all-clear, the 24-year-old figures to bump Dean Kukan or David Savard from the lineup.